Larry Sullivan, President, called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. and Peter Williams, Recording Secretary, recorded the minutes. A quorum of members was present, and the meeting, having been duly convened, was ready to proceed with business.

Approval of Minutes

On motion made, seconded, and carried, the board approved the previously distributed minutes of the meeting of the board held June 6, 2017.

Report of the President

The President reviewed the agenda and discussed the results of fundraising from the alumni game and the finalization of team rosters for the 2017-2018 season. The President also reviewed the previously distributed list of USA Hockey / CHC changes for the 2017-2018 season, as well as the ice-time available to the program for the 2017-2018 season. A number of questions were asked and extensive discussion ensued.

New Business

The President noted that open positions include CHC Rep, Safe Sport Rep, Registrar and certain team manager positions, John O’Connell having agreed to act as Treasurer instead of Registrar.

The President noted the need to update the list of program participants that have not purchased uniforms.

The board discussed extensively potential strategies to grow the program.

The board discussed extensively the scheduling of tournaments for the 2017-2018 season, including possible locations and desired timing.

Member Reports

The members present responded to questions from the President and other members on current items for which they are responsible, as appropriate.

Announcements

The President reminded members that Safe Sport certifications are required of everyone involved in the program, and that members need to register on the CHC website for email distribution lists.

Adjournment

There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:30 p.m.